Ask HN: Doing my first hackathon as a non-developer

2 pointsby omnisci13 anni fa3 comments

Hey HN, I'm doing my first hackathon this weekend in hope to build a team interested in open science. I'm a neuroscientist with a strong IT background, but I haven't built an app since VB6 back in 2001.

I initially pitched my idea at a pre-meeting and met a bunch of people who were interested in my idea (omnisci.org).

I'd like to hear from the hackers here...

1. Describe your best experience with an entrepreneur who needed help building a concept.

2.When speaking with a non-developer about their concept, what are a few things that you can't stand?

Any input is appreciated!

3 comments

dragonbonheur13 anni fa

Any input? You're freaking out too much. Just do it and learn from your failures. Out of the 7 billion + people on the planet nobody is guaranteed to understand you. You won't die trying anyway.

omnisci13 anni fa

Thanks for the feedback. Ended up in the finals and almost took the crown:)

nanijoe13 anni fa

Just go out there and make friends..Once you have a friend, the rest is easy